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Quilt

c. 1937

Katherine Hastings

Associated Names

Katherine Hastings

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a square design with abstract geometric shapes and intricate linework. Bold blue angular shapes resembling stylized flowers or arrows are arranged in symmetrical formations across a tan background. Thick vertical and horizontal lines in alternating blue and tan surround the central design, framing it like a decorative border. The design emphasizes repetition and symmetry to evoke a sense of order and structure.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.9 x 22.6 cm (9 x 8 7/8 in.)
Original IAD Object: 80" long; 62" wide
Accession Number

1943.8.453

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64591964

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